Clarence W. (Clem) Clement, Jr.
July 15, 2013
Clarence W. Clement, Jr., 94, peacefully went home to be with the Lord on July 15, 2013.
Clarence was born in Philadelphia, PA January 23, 1919 to Clarence Sr., and Reba Clement.
He served in the US Navy aboard the USS Hobby during World War II. He married Cleo M. Whitson on December 9, 1943.Clarence worked as a Printer and Building Superintendent for over 40 years for Farmer’s Mutual Hail Insurance Co. of Des Moines. Clem came to know Jesus Christ as his personal savior, as a young man, at the First Brethren Church of Des Moines. He served in various ministries at Grandview Park Baptist Church for 50 years including Sunday School Teacher, Deacon, Trustee and Greeter.
He is preceded in death by his beloved wife, Cleo; parents: Clarence Sr. and Reba Clement; and his three sisters: Myrtle Thompson, Beverley Barnes, and Virginia Dulaney. He is survived by one sister, Mary Marshall, of Des Moines; three children, Michael (Lynn) Clement, Marsha (Eric) Rasmussen, and Timothy (Dianne) Clement, all of Des Moines, seven grandchildren, and seven great-grandchildren, as well as nieces and nephews.
Family and friends visitation will be held from 6 to 8 p.m., July 26, 2013, at Hamilton’s Funeral Home, 605 Lyon Street, Des Moines. Funeral Service will be held at 10:00 a.m., Saturday, July 27, 2013, at Grandview Park Baptist Church, 1701 E 33rd Street. Burial with honors, will be held on July 27, 2013, at Highland Memorial Gardens.
Memorial Contributions may be made to Grandview Park Baptist Church of Des Moines, in his memory.
(John 3:16, Ephesians 2: 8-10)
Condolences may be expressed at:
www.HamiltonsFuneralHome.com
Denny and Mary Lou York
07/25/2013
So sorry to read of your Dad's passing. May God guide you during this difficult time.
Susan Pundzak
07/24/2013
I am so sorry for your loss. It's very difficult when an "elder" leaves a family. I'm sure your faith will sustain you at this difficult time.
Darin and Lucia Hoeness
07/20/2013
Sorry to hear of Clem's passing but rejoice that he is restored and with his Saviour. He always had a positive presence not only at church but even in the years I knew him as a child. May you know God's peace during this time. Love to you all.
Shelly Charter
07/18/2013
I will always remember Clem's smile, wink and infectious smile. He was a blessing to us all!
Shelly Charter - Valley View Village
David and Kathy Cortner
07/18/2013
Clem was a great servant of the Lord. He was an encourager to us. We are thankful for his life and are praying for your family.